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Regional News

NWA Sits Atop Best Places to Live in Arkansas List

Three Northwest Arkansas cities earned top honors on U.S. News and World Report’s 2025 Best Places to Live in Arkansas list.

• On the Move: Rankings are based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau and Department of Commerce to help movers make informed decisions about where to live and settle down.

• What Sets NWA Apart: Rogers, Springdale, and Fayetteville top the list thanks to perks like booming job markets, great community, and a high quality of life. Feel good knowing you’re part of one of the state’s most dynamic regions.

Find where Northwest Arkansas ranks against the rest of the state HERE.

Education

Alice Walton’s Medical School Welcomes Inaugural Class This Week

Bentonville’s Alice L. Walton School of Medicine welcomed its inaugural class of students for orientation this week.

• Holistic Health: The inaugural class of 48 students will pursue a four-year medical degree that blends traditional medical training with arts, humanities, and whole health principles. Since the program is not yet fully accredited, the first five cohorts will study tuition-free until full accreditation, expected in 2029.

• Public Opening Coming Soon: While classes are already underway, public areas of the 154,000 square foot school, located near Crystal Bridges on J Street, will not officially open until Nov 3.

Learn more about the medical school’s inaugural class from 5News HERE.

Sponsored by the Momentary

Grammy-Nominated Folk Star Gregory Alan Isakov Headlines Live on the Green

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Gregory Alan Isakov brings his poetic lyricism and atmospheric sound to the Momentary Green in Bentonville on Friday, Jul 25, at 8p.

• Live On The Green: Fresh off a tour with Mumford & Sons, Isakov is making a stop in Bentonville to headline the Momentary's outdoor stage with songs from his latest release, Appaloosa Bones. With six celebrated studio albums, Isakov has built an international reputation for his stirring, atmospheric live concerts.

• Summer Vibes: Acclaimed local folk duo Smokey and the Mirror will open the show, which welcomes all ages for a summer evening of great community and incredible music on the Momentary Green.

Tickets are on sale now HERE.

Restaurant News

New Korean Fried Chicken Restaurant Opened Its Doors In Rogers

Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken is celebrating the opening of its second restaurant in Arkansas with a launch party at their new Rogers location on Friday, Jul 25 from 11-1p.

• From Korea To Rogers: Founded in 2002 in South Korea, the fast casual restaurant has become a global leader in Korean fried chicken with plans to expands its U.S. locations from 150 to 500 in the next five years.

• Freeeee Food: The Rogers franchise owner, Jeff Poole, and his team will be handing out free wings and t-shirts to the first 50 people who attend their Grand Opening event.

Grab directions to the Rogers location HERE.

Events

Professional Bull Riders Buckin’ Into Springdale This Week

Professional Bull Riders (PBR) are bucking their way over to Rodeo of the Ozarks in Springdale this Friday, Jul 18 and Saturday, Jul 19.

• The Toughest Sport on Dirt: PBR launched in 1992 when 20 bull riders had a vision to create a sport rooted in passion, honesty, integrity, and hard work. Today, it’s an international phenomenon, drawing an estimated 100 million viewers each year.

• Buckin’ in the Ozarks: The professional tour makes its fourth stop of the 2025 season at Springdale’s Rodeo of the Ozarks. This high-energy sports entertainment experience is perfect for Northwest Arkansans who seek action, excitement, and a great time.

Snag your tickets to the event HERE.

NWA Daily Picks

In other news…

• 🍴 Bite Into This: Fayetteville Restaurant Week runs Sunday, July 20, through Saturday, July 26, with deals, discounts, and special menus at local favorites. It’s the perfect chance to try something new - or grab your go-to meal with a little extra on the side. Find details HERE.*

• 👨‍🍳 Be Our Guest: Host a restaurant-quality meal at home with House Cured Culinary. Chef Kevin customizes the menu, cooks onsite, and handles everything—even cleanup. Perfect for private dining on any budget. Learn more online or email Chef Kevin for details.*

• 🏌️‍♀️ Fore the Flavors: The BITE Experience @ the LPGA is back during the #NWAChampionship from Friday–Sunday, Sep 19–21, at Pinnacle Country Club! Daily tickets get you unlimited bites and sips from 35+ local spots, brand activations, and front-row golf views. Tickets available at BITENWA.com.*

• 📈 Bentonville State of Mind: Bentonville is experiencing record growth. To steward it well, Visit Bentonville has partnered with tourism advisory firm, Hunden Partners, to develop a unified strategy that guides the city’s growth with intention, alignment, and a focus on long-term impact.

• 🐗 Pro Hogs: A program record four Arkansas baseball players heard their name called on Day 1 of the 2025 MLB Draft, extending the 51-year streak of at least one Razorback player selected in the draft.

• ✈️ Help Needed: The City of Bentonville is seeking volunteers to serve on its Airport Advisory Board. Board members will support the mayor, city council, and city staff on XNA planning, operations, and policies.

• ♻️ Fayetteville Recycling Re-Think: The City of Fayetteville is exploring new strategies to recycling collection after consulting firm Raftelis recommended an “all-in-one, cart-based” program.

• 📅 Events Calendar: Find and post upcoming events in Northwest Arkansas on our Events Calendar.

• 💼 Job Board: Find exciting new job opportunities or find great candidates by posting your open positions on our Job Board.

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Employment

Find Jobs In Northwest Arkansas

Find your next job or your next hire—our Job Board connects local talent with local opportunities every day!

• Buffington Homes is looking for a Community Care Manager to oversee the daily operations and management for their property associations and communities.